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LOT 2760
Phoenicia. Byblos, 'Aynel (Enylos) AR 1/16 Shekel. Circa 350-316/5 BC.
Two hoplites, holding shields, on galley to left above waves, prow ending in lion's head; below, hippocamp to left / Lion attacking bull to left. E&E-B Series IV.4.2; HGC 10, 139. Very Fine.(0.68gr, 10mm, 4h.).
Provenance
Private collection, acquired 1980-1985.
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LOT 2760
Phoenicia. Byblos, 'Aynel (Enylos) AR 1/16 Shekel.
Sold for (Inc. bp): £31
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